The successful candidate will provide technical and research support to the Mack Lab, including: (1) assisting with the management of mice in the lab’s mouse colony; (2) providing technical research support, such as independently conducting experiments and assisting other team members; (3) supporting general lab operations, including ordering and maintaining supplies; and (4) contributing to research outputs, including figure preparation, data analysis, and written materials.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a research laboratory setting and strong problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience with molecular biology techniques—such as PCR, nucleic acid extraction, gel electrophoresis, RNA extraction, and library preparation—is preferred.

The Mack lab is part of the KU Ecology & Evolutionary Biology (EEB) department. KU EEB department supports a large, collaborative group of genomics researchers. The university is based in Lawrence, Kansas, a city known for its high quality of life and relatively affordable cost of living. Lawrence is a lively college town with a wide range of cultural activities (theater, live music, art exhibits, and festivals) alongside plenty of options for outdoor recreation (e.g., cycling, hiking, canoeing).

Application review will begin April 27th, 2026 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Apply here: https://employment.ku.edu/jobs/staff/assistant-researcher/32485br

Please contact Katya Mack with questions (katya.mack@ku.edu). Start date is flexible.

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